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Carthage Definition & Meaning

carthage
noun
  1. an ancient city state on the north African coast near modern Tunis; founded by Phoenicians; destroyed and rebuilt by Romans; razed by Arabs in 697

"Carthage" in song lyrics

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  • "Mushed like the Battle of Carthage"
    Circle of Tyrants — South of Heaven
  • "sacking of carthage"
    AOL — AOL
  • "online banking at citizens bank carthage"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does carthage mean?
an ancient city state on the north African coast near modern Tunis; founded by Phoenicians; destroyed and rebuilt by Romans; razed by Arabs in 697
What part of speech is carthage?
Carthage is a noun.

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